Accountant bei Western Bagel

Western Bagel® started with a simple dream to provide good bagels to a bagel-barren West Coast. Seventy years later, with ten retail locations, as well as national and international wholesale distribution.  With the help of exciting and loyal employees who support us, Western Bagel®  has become “The Bagel That Won The West®”.  NOW WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM as an ACCOUNTANT TEAM MEMBER in our VAN NUYS location.

Job Details:

Base Salary: $72K - $83K a year

Summary / Objective

The Accountant is responsible for managing the company’s financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This role includes preparing and analyzing financial reports, processing transactions, reconciling accounts, supporting audits, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting. The Accountant plays a key role in maintaining the financial health and integrity of the organization.

Key Responsibilities: 

Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports

• Ensure accuracy and compliance of financial statements with US GAAP.
• Manage general ledger, journal entries, and bank reconciliations between multiple systems
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Maintain and monitor internal controls to ensure financial integrity
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
• Provide financial information to external CPAs for State and Federal income tax
• Complete and file the following tax returns: CA Sales and Use tax, Los Angeles City tax, and Business Property Tax (form 571-L)
• Prepare payroll and other financial information for business insurance policy renewals
• Coordinate audits and assist with audit processes
• Prepare and post all required journal entries for month-end and year-end close processes
• Generate reports for management decision-making

• Assist with new ERP implementation once the project is approved
• Perform other related accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• Proven experience as an accountant or in a similar financial role
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, accounting regulations, and procedures
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle)
• Advanced MS Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

Work Environment:

• Typically, office-based, with standard working hours
• Occasional overtime during end-of-period reporting or tax seasons

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting of files or boxes up to 30 lbs.